About this role
Japan is a key strategic Wealth market for BlackRock, with a sophisticated investor base and evolving demand for diversified solutions. The Japan Wealth team partners with leading distributors (securities firms, banks, trust banks, insurers, platforms) to deliver BlackRock’s full platform across active, ETFs, multi-asset, and alternatives.
Role Purpose
Drive growth of the Japan Wealth business by leading senior client relationships, executing distribution strategy, and delivering commercial outcomes. This role combines strategic leadership, team management, and strong market engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Own senior relationships with key Wealth distributors and strategic partners
Drive AUM growth, revenue, and strategic account plans
Define and execute Japan Wealth distribution strategy (segments, products, go-to-market)
Lead and develop the intermediary sales team (coaching, performance management)
Position BlackRock’s full platform through solution-oriented client engagement
Translate market trends and client needs into commercial opportunities using data and analytics
Deliver client presentations, seminars, and thought leadership to enhance market presence
Partner cross-functionally (Product, Investments, Marketing, Risk & Analytics, Operations)
Maintain pipeline discipline, forecasting, and CRM excellence
Ensure compliance with internal policies and Japanese regulatory requirements
Experience / Qualifications
15+ years in asset management, Wealth distribution, or related field
Proven track record in senior relationship management and commercial delivery
Experience leading and developing sales teams
Deep understanding of Japan intermediary/Wealth distribution landscape
Strong investment knowledge (active, ETFs, multi-asset, alternatives)
Strategic, commercial, and data-driven mindset (AI tools a plus)
Strong communication and presentation skills
Fluent Japanese; business-level English
Collaborative, client-focused, high integrity
Relevant licenses required
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock, AI has long been part of how we work – enhancing decision-making, improving operations, and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn, prepare, and work more effectively; but during our interview process, we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences, thinking, and judgment. To support you, we’ve provided guidance on when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
To learn more about BlackRock, please visit Careers.BlackRock.com. We also encourage you to get to know us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X, and TikTok.
BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.
Skills Required
- 8+ years of experience in asset management, Wealth distribution, or related financial services.
- Strong understanding of Japan's Wealth distribution landscape and client decision-making.
- Proven track record in relationship management, fundraising, and commercial delivery.
- Broad investment knowledge across active strategies, ETFs, multi-asset, and alternatives.
- Ability to articulate investment concepts and portfolio construction to sophisticated clients.
- Strong commercial, analytical, and data-driven judgment; familiarity with AI-enabled tools is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills in Japanese; business-level English required.
- Collaborative and effective in a global matrix environment.
- High professional integrity and client-centric mindset.
- Relevant regulatory licensing required.
BlackRock Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The U.S. plan combines a 50% match on the first 8% of eligible pay you contribute with an additional 3–5% company retirement contribution, alongside an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. This structure is positioned as stronger than many large employers and stands out for long‑term savings in finance.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave includes at least 16 weeks at 100% for primary caregivers (and 4 weeks for non‑primary), with bereavement and miscarriage/stillbirth leave plus a flexible return‑to‑work transition. Family‑forming and caregiving resources include adoption support, fertility benefits, and back‑up child and elder care in some locations.
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Healthcare Strength — Offerings include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, telemedicine, wellness incentives, gym discounts, EAP counseling, and free access to Calm. Some offices also provide onsite health services.
BlackRock Insights
What We Do
As the world’s largest asset manager, BlackRock partners with investors around the globe to help them (and those on whose behalf they invest) plan for life’s most important goals – like retirement, home ownership and their children’s education. Our clients range from governments, foundations and other large institutions to those investing on behalf of individuals, including firefighters, nurses, teachers and factory workers. BlackRock was founded with the idea of creating a better asset management firm — one that was purpose-driven, focused on clients and risk management, and propelled by data and technology. Our breakthrough Aladdin® platform is BlackRock’s technological backbone, helping investors see and manage their whole portfolios in one place – from constructing investments to monitoring risk and executing trades. Used by hundreds of external institutions around the world, Aladdin combines powerful analytics and a common language to help investment teams make faster, more informed decisions across public and private markets. It’s a key part of our business and one of the reasons we’re trusted to manage more assets than any other investment manager today. At BlackRock, we challenge conventions and raise the bar for what’s possible. We harness technology to unlock new solutions, simplify complexity, and deliver investment strategies that meet people where they are. Whether it’s retirement planning, wealth building or navigating market shifts, we’re here to help clients invest more easily, more affordably and with more choice as we chart a path toward financial well-being together. Learn more: Careers.BlackRock.com
Why Work With Us
Without our people, technology is irrelevant. When we combine the power of people with the power of technology, we amplify our ability to create better outcomes for our employees, clients, shareholders and society alike.
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